Electronic Arts wasn't always the juggernaut of the industry as it is today. Just like Sega and Nintendo before them, it was a small company trying to get their start in the game industry, producing game releases more leisurely than it is now. But it really began to pick up speed in the 16-bit days, producing a number of original and sports games for the SNES and Sega Genesis that helped form its legacy. Now, as the company continues to grow stronger by the day, work has begun on a retro collection to celebrate the good ol' days of gaming...even if it hasn't officially been announced yet.

The cat was let out of the bag by an outside source last week on EA Replay, a forthcoming collection of 16-bit favorites for the Sony PSP. This 14-game collection doesn't include all the elite 16-bit gaming experiences that people remember (no EA Sports titles are included), but it looks to have plenty of titles to fulfill their retro-based needs.

Along with featuring faithfully re-emulated games straight from the original source code, EA will also include a number of options. First off, it's set to include Wi-Fi support, so players can take each other on in head-to-head multiplayer action. The game will also support different views, both original and widescreen, so you can format your experience for the better. Prefer the original Genesis/SNES presentation? Have at it. Want something that stretches across the PSP screen? The option is yours. Finally, the game will also include unlockable art galleries. They probably won't be as informative as interviews with game producers, but they're still nice to look at.

Now, let's take a look at the proposed inclusions for this collection. Some of them you've never heard of, and others you're probably very familiar with. Pick your favorites and enjoy...

B.O.B.- 1993, Sega Genesis/SNES- A fun if somewhat loosely controlling platforming action game where you control a madcap robot trying to regain control of his ship from outer forces. EA tried to build a platforming legacy with this game, just like they did in Europe with James Pond, but it never really caught on. Still, it's fun once you get used to the slippery gameplay.

Budokan- 1990, Sega Genesis- This is as close as EA would get to a serious fighting game, since you can't really include Shaq Fu in that category. Players choose different sparring fighters and then take to some serious battles, based upon the actual Budokan sport. This was one of EA's earlier Genesis releases, and should be a favorite for brawling fans.

Desert Strike- 1992, Sega Genesis and SNES- Before the Strike series, the only serious helicopter flying we did was with Super Thunder Blade. The series began with the introduction of Desert, a thoroughly entertaining (and somewhat technical) action game that requires missions to be completed and items to be snagged. The multi-directional gameplay is really what makes this game shine above others with this style of play.

Jungle Strike- 1993, Sega Genesis- The expanded sequel to the original Desert Strike, Jungle features more varied missions and a higher challenge level. The game expands on its original gameplay with the ability to control other vehicles, and is noteworthy for featuring an appearance by former President Bill Clinton. Interesting.

Haunting Starring Polterguy- 1993, Sega Genesis- Screw Beetlejuice. That's right, I said it. The guy's a wuss compared to the prank-playing Polterguy, who's just trying to get some annoying people out of the house. He pulls all kinds of sick tricks to try and scare off the locals, including possession and making objects bleed and show faces. This is a great game for the technical players out there, as well as the Ashton Kutcher wannabes.

Mutant League Football- 1993, Sega Genesis- Is Madden too realistic for you? Then Mutant League Football should be just your speed. In the game, you take control of a number of fictional teams and then pull off the kind of plays that leave bodies on the field. You can even try to bribe the ref to make things go your way, and, if they don't work out, you can set up a play to get him killed. This game is loads of fun, as is its Hockey sibling (which, surprisingly, isn't included here.)

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